School News 2025

Zaynab Alhisnawi stands next to one of her design posters.

Zaynab Alhisnawi was drawn to UDM because of its values of compassion, respect for all voices and meaningful engagement. These aspects aligned with Alhisnawi’s approach to design, one that encompasses the concept of working with and for community members and integrating their perspectives and spirit into her designs.

A photo of a tree during spring on Detroit Mercy's McNichols Campus.

The 'Opportunity College and University' designation highlights UDM as a model institution for fostering student success and advancing research on effective campus practices.

A student presents his research to someone at the Celebration of Scholarly Achievement event.

This designation puts UDM among just 216 other institutions nationwide to receive this distinction. It identifies research happening at colleges and universities that historically have not been recognized for their research activity, including institutions that do not offer many or any doctoral degrees.

a graphic promoting black history month

February is Black History Month, and University of Detroit Mercy will celebrate with a series of enlightening events across all campuses.